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Downtown - Bar Ama restaurant
7.3

Bar Ama

  • Downtown
  • $$
  • Mexican
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Vivid tastes, unsure portions

Diners at Bar Ama are raving about their shrimp fajitas, guacamole, and cauliflower with cilantro pesto - all testament to the kitchen's stellar creativity and insistence on freshness. But it seems the compliments stop at the portion sizes, appearing to have caused some furrowed brows and grumbles about value.

  • Very Creative

    Creative, unique dishes with adventurous flavors, standing out distinctively.

  • Okay Taste

    Food reviews mixed; some found dishes flavorful, others okay or bland.

  • Small Portions

    Many customers disappointed by small portions not justifying the price.

Top 3 dishes at Bar Ama

  1. 1

    Shrimp Fajitas 🏆

    Fresh, perfectly cooked shrimp with delicious homemade tortillas and flavorful spices.

    Shrimp Fajitas dish
  2. 2

    Guacamole

    Often described as the best, incredibly fresh, and bursting with flavor.

    Guacamole dish
  3. 3

    Cauliflower & Cilantro Pesto

    Most reviews highlight its perfect blend of flavors and texture.

    Cauliflower & Cilantro Pesto dish

Vibe: Loud tunes, mixed vibe

Boasting a scene that's regularly buzzing, Bar Ama can best be described as 'fashionably loud'. The trendy, photogenic vibe juxtaposes with ambient lighting that some find a bit too dim for comfort. Entertainment is neither outstanding nor disappointing, with the presence of music that neither adds to nor subtracts from the overall experience.

  • Great Buzz

    Often packed, trendy, with a lively vibe and hip, photogenic scene.

  • Okay to Entertain

    Music is present and okay, neither enhancing nor detracting from experience.

  • Bad Ambiance

    Critique centers on overly loud music and cramped, dimly-lit spaces.

Perks: Effortless booking, noisy eating

While locating a parking spot may cause a few furrowed brows, making a reservation at Bar Ama is a straightforward affair, with a dining experience that is generally considered smooth. Yet, diners should brace for a rather noisy meal that's bound to disrupt casual conversation.

  • Great For Diets

    Extensive vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free options appreciated by diners.

  • Okay Service

    While service had positive aspects, some experiences of slowness were noted.

  • Bad For Kids

    Lack of kid-friendliness was the main complaint from a customer.